Southwest Cilantro-Lime Mango Grilled Chicken Sandwiches
Southwest Cilantro-Lime Mango Grilled Chicken Sandwiches balance smoky grilled chicken with bright lime and cilantro, layered with sweet mango, charred peppers and onions, and a creamy citrusy mayo. Each bite brings gentle heat from jalapeño and chipotle alongside melty Monterey Jack for a juicy, fresh finish. Serve for a vibrant summer lunch or casual dinner when you want bold flavor with a touch of sweetness.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Southwest Cilantro-Lime Mango Grilled Chicken Sandwiches, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 33 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 46 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 25
- Heart Health
- 74
- Metabolic
- 57
- Digestive
- 49
- Inflammatory
- 50
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Mix 1/4 cup cilantro, lime zest, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 jalapeño, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 clove minced garlic, onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder in a small bowl until combined; pour the mixture into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken tenderloins, turn to coat with the marinade, press out excess air, and seal the bag. Refrigerate to marinate for 1 hour.
- 2
Meanwhile, stir together 1 chopped onion, tomato, 2 tablespoons cilantro, 1/2 jalapeño, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 clove finely chopped garlic, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/8 teaspoon chipotle chile powder in a bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salsa until chilled.
- 3
Toss 1 sliced onion, bell pepper quarters, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon salt together in a bowl; set aside.
- 4
Whisk the mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons lime juice together; cover the lime mayonnaise with plastic wrap and refrigerate to chill.
- 5
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 6
Grill the chicken on the preheated grill until the centers are no longer pink and the juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes. Grill the onion slices and bell pepper quarters until tender and golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Move the chicken and vegetables to a cutting board; keep the grill on. Slice the pepper quarters into thin strips.
- 7
Spread each bread slice with 1 1/2 teaspoons lime mayonnaise. On half of the bread slices, layer mango, 1 tablespoon salsa, chicken, pepper strips, sliced onions, and 1 slice Monterey Jack cheese; top each with a remaining bread slice.
- 8
Grill the sandwiches on the preheated grill until the bread is toasted and the cheese melts, about 2 minutes per side.
- Calories 3032.49 kcal High 152%
- Protein 139.88 g Good Source 280%
- Carbohydrate 417.48 g 152%
- Total Fat 90.74 g High 116%
- Saturated Fat 42.25 g High 211%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 230.88 mg High 77%
- Sodium 6030.65 mg High 262%
- Dietary Fiber 15.57 g Good Source 56%
- Total Sugars 26.42 g --
- Added Sugars 0.13 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 1946.49 mg Good Source 150%
- Iron 27.95 mg Good Source 155%
- Potassium 360.94 mg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin A 49.39 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 44.29 mg Good Source 49%
- Vitamin D 1.4 mcg Low Source 7%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Southwest Cilantro Lime Mango Grilled Chicken Sandwiches is made with 20 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 50 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Tenderloin, Chipotle Powder, and French Bread. Each serving provides about 3032.49 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Southwest Cilantro-Lime Mango Grilled Chicken Sandwiches made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Tenderloin, Chipotle Powder, French Bread, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 20 is above.
- How long does it take to make Southwest Cilantro-Lime Mango Grilled Chicken Sandwiches?
- About 50 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 3032.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Southwest Cilantro-Lime Mango Grilled Chicken Sandwiches easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 20 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Southwest Cilantro-Lime Mango Grilled Chicken Sandwiches healthy?
- Southwest Cilantro-Lime Mango Grilled Chicken Sandwiches has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 3032.49 calories and 139.88 g of protein, or 280% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 6030.65 mg (262% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 42.25 g (211% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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